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Learn about the most common types of horses and breeds. You’ll find that every type and breed of horse has unique qualities.
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Learn about the purpose of horseshoes and the difference between horseshoes and boots to determine whether your horse should wear them or not.
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When grooming your horse, you’re not only bonding with them, but simultaneously providing health and wellness benefits. Learn about horse grooming and what tools to use.
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Horses are never mean. They are made mean. So you are very lucky to have such a gentle horse. She obviously was raised well and was always treated well and has a good character. Good breeding always plays a role.
Updated on November 25th, 2025
Hello, & thank you for using Boop by Petco. Ketamine is a sedative, used primarily in horses & small animals for anesthesia. I know the rules about controlled drugs are pretty lax in SA, so all you can do is ask. If you develop any type of relationship with a veterinarian in your area, they are more apt to help someone out than a complete stranger. Laws about controlled drugs are changing rapidly in the region.
Updated on November 25th, 2025
Horse feces does not cause cancer, so there are no worried there. Willow should be fine, at most you might see some GI upset in the form of vomiting or diarrhea. Dogs eat feces all the time, including their own, and it's a normal but gross behavior. You don't have to worry Sharn!
Updated on November 25th, 2025
Soreness in a horse's back is definitely not uncommon, particularly as they get a little older and if they are using inappropriate tack. There are several things that can be done in order to address pain. I would not attempt to "crack" her back without having some measure of expertise in equine chiropractics. Chiropractics and acupuncture are both valuable tools for helping horses but only in the hands of a skilled practitioner. Other options would include anti-inflammatory medication like banamine, phenylbutazone, or previcox. These are all prescription drugs that would require the approval from a veterinarian. Lastly, one thing you should do regardless of your choice is to stall rest delilah for the next few days. Give her back some time to settle down in case there is any spasming. Hope this helps!
Updated on November 25th, 2025
It may not be that Beau is lazy, it could be that he is sick or injured keeping him from moving faster than a trot as well as causing a decrease in appetite. I would give his equine vet a call to come and see him in the next day or two. Best of luck, I hope this helps!
Updated on November 25th, 2025